1.1M views · 8.2K reactions | In today's new video find out why Pol Pot was one of the most murderous dictators alive and left his people of Cambodia to starve to death. Pol Pot ins't often mentioned with the most evil dictators like Hitler, and Stalin, but Pot is definitely a man to fear. Check out today's video to find out why. | The Infographics Show | Facebook

Pol Pot, the notorious leader of the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia, was responsible for the deaths of an estimated 1.7 to 2.5 million people during his rule from 1975 to 1979. After being ousted from power, Pol Pot continued to lead a guerrilla movement until his death in 1998. Pol Pot’s cremation was notably unceremonious and reflected the disdain many felt for him. He died on April 15, 1998, reportedly of natural causes, though some believe he was poisoned. His remains were cremated in a remo